An 18th Birthday Party For the College Bound

One of the most memorable parties my daughter ever attended was an 18th birthday party her friend’s mom put together for him and his friends. All of the teens were thinking of college. It was May of their senior year. They all were graduating in just 4 weeks. They had all chosen and been accepted to the colleges of their choices.

This mom, feeling very nostalgic, decided to create a children’s birthday party for these soon to be adults. She rented a bubble machine, a fog machine and a bouncer.

The teens had a contest with paddle balls, a bubble gum blowing contest and hot dogs and hamburgers.

Getting ready for college is both exciting and a bit scary for the senior in high school. This party allowed the teens a few hours of total childlike fun.

As your own child begins to think of college, remember this is one of the biggest steps they will take. They are leaving the comfort of home, the comfort of mom and/or dad always being there. They are beginning a life away from home where they will now be responsible for what happens in their life.

Consider how you can help your own teenager appreciate the past but look forward to the future with great anticipation.

About the author:
Audrey Okaneko is mom to two girls. She can be reached at audreyoka@cox.net or visited at http://www.scrapping-made-simple.com